Comparison

FocusBeats vs Panda Focus

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

FocusBeats

Enhance your work and study with a unique blend of focus-enhancing music and the Pomodoro technique. Choose from 25 themed playlists and customizable sessions to boost productivity and enjoyment.

Highlights
  • 25 unique music themes
  • Customizable Pomodoro sessions
  • Thematic audiovisual experience
  • Curated focus-enhancing playlists
  • Community theme suggestions
  • Automatic break notifications
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Transform your work and study sessions into a productive and enjoyable experience. FocusBeats combines the power of music and the proven efficiency of the Pomodoro technique into a single application. Whether you're crunching numbers, crafting your latest piece, or studying for exams, FocusBeats is your go-to for maintaining focus and enhancing productivity. --- Works With or Without Apple Music --- FocusBeats now ships with built-in royalty-free focus music — no Apple Music subscription needed. Pick a royalty-free theme, hit start, and you have a fully working Pomodoro timer with focus music. If you do have Apple Music, every one of the 48 themes is unlocked for you, with hand-curated playlists from Apple's catalog. --- 48 Hand-Curated Themes Across 6 Categories --- Dive into an extensive collection of music themes ranging from broad topics like "Movie & TV Soundtracks" and "Classical Music" to more focused ones like "Studio Ghibli", "Minecraft", "Harry Potter", and "Beethoven", neatly organized into six broad categories: Moods, Genres, Video Games, Movies & TV Shows, Soundtrack Composers, and Classical Composers. There's a theme for every mood and task. --- Customizable Pomodoro Sessions --- Tailor your focus sessions with three selectable Pomodoro lengths. Choose the number of Pomodoros to fit your schedule and break structure, optimizing your efficiency and focus. --- Thematic Audiovisual Experience --- With each theme, enjoy a carefully curated playlist paired with hand-painted artwork that matches the mood of the music. This unique combination not only aids in concentration but also adds an element of enjoyment to your work or study routine. --- Curated Music for Focus --- Every playlist has been hand-curated and refined for focus — distracting tracks removed, instrumental balance prioritized, and seamless transitions between songs. Say goodbye to distractions and hello to productive, deep focus sessions. --- Suggest New Themes --- Is your favorite theme missing? No problem! You can suggest new themes to be added, making FocusBeats a continually evolving platform shaped by its community. ===== How It Works ===== 1. Select Your Theme: Choose from 48 different themes across 6 categories to match your task or mood. 2. Customize Your Pomodoro: Decide on the length and number of Pomodoros that suit your workflow. 3. Focus and Enjoy: Start your session with your selected theme playing in the background, accompanied by a fitting image to enhance your focus. 4. Automatic Breaks: Get informed about breaks with an audio cue and your background music pausing. Dive right back in when the music continues playing! ===== Why FocusBeats? ===== 1. Enhanced Productivity: Combining music and the Pomodoro technique helps you achieve high levels of productivity. 2. Variety and Customization: With 48 themes and flexible session configurations, you can personalize your focus experience. 3. Community-Driven Content: Your suggestions help expand our theme collection, ensuring there's always something new to explore. 4. FocusBeats is more than just a timer; it's a lifestyle tool designed to enhance your work and study sessions. Join the FocusBeats community today and take the first step towards transforming your productivity and focus! -- Notes -- – 5 royalty-free themes (HoliznaCC0, Kevin MacLeod, Scott Buckley, Jason Shaw, Sascha Ende) play without any subscription — fully functional Pomodoro timer with focus music, free. – The other 43 themes use Apple Music's catalog and require an Apple Music subscription. – All 48 themes are unlocked from day one — there is no in-app purchase gate on themes. An optional In-App Purchase unlocks longer Pomodoro lengths (60 / 90 minutes) and longer session counts. -- Legal Notice -- Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Panda Focus

Features
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Panda Focus is a focus timer and distraction-blocking app designed to help you stay concentrated and work more productively. As you focus on your tasks, your adorable panda grows, evolves, and progresses alongside you. Modern apps can easily distract you. With Panda Focus, you can block distracting apps, customize your focus sessions, and create a completely distraction-free working environment. Whether you’re studying, using the Pomodoro technique, or working on professional tasks, Panda Focus delivers a seamless productivity experience. Key Features Distraction Blocker Automatically blocks selected apps during your focus sessions. (Social media, games, messaging apps, and more.) Custom Focus Timer Set your own focus duration and work using either the classic Pomodoro technique or extended deep-focus sessions. Panda Companion As you stay focused, your panda grows, gets fed, and becomes happier. Productivity has never been this fun. Lock Screen Tracking Monitor your focus session directly from the lock screen—no need to unlock your phone. Motivation & Habit Building Build strong focus habits through regular sessions and move step by step toward your goals. Who Is It For? Students who want to study more efficiently Users who prefer the Pomodoro method Anyone looking to reduce phone addiction Professionals aiming to build better focus and productivity habits Strengthen your focus, boost your productivity, and grow your panda with Panda Focus. Are you ready to take one step closer to your goals? Privacy Policy: prisma-vortex.com/privacy Terms of Service: prisma-vortex.com/terms

Screenshots

FocusBeats4 screens
Panda Focus4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: FocusBeats at none against Panda Focus's shown. FocusBeats also leads on device support (4 vs 2). Panda Focus's advantage is iOS requirement (16.4 vs 26.0). On price, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. FocusBeats sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Panda Focus sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.59 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FocusBeats ships an update every 2 weeks, Panda Focus every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
FocusBeats versus Panda Focus: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFocusBeatsPanda Focus
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 10 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac, Vision Pro — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS26.016.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size220 MB71 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperCihat GuenduezOMRIYE SELINSU ATALAY

In-app purchases

3 purchases

FocusBeats

Subscriptions2
  • Premium (Monthly)$0.991 Month
  • Premium (Yearly)3 Days trial$4.991 Year
One-time1
  • Premium (Lifetime)$19.99
3 purchases

Panda Focus

Subscriptions3
  • Panda Focus – Weekly Planner7 Days trial$0.597 Days
  • Panda Focus – Monthly Focus1 Month trial$1.991 Month
  • Panda Focus – Yearly Focus2 Months trial$2.991 Year

Questions

Is FocusBeats free?
FocusBeats is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Panda Focus free?
Panda Focus is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do FocusBeats or Panda Focus have ads?
Panda Focus shows ads; FocusBeats does not.
Which is updated more often, FocusBeats or Panda Focus?
FocusBeats ships an update every 2 weeks, and Panda Focus every 10 days. Most recently, FocusBeats was updated on September 22, 2026 and Panda Focus on October 14, 2026.

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